2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 333 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
Model | CLS | tC |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2700 mm |